Aura Ventures invests AU$3,888,888 in Layer, a managed marketplace aimed at streamlining access to licensed content for game developers and metaverse creators.

Investment Overview

We are pleased to announce our participation in Layer's AU$3,888,888 Seed financing round. Layer is a managed marketplace designed to democratize access to licensed content for game developers and metaverse creators. This funding round includes backing from notable investors such as Carthona Capital, Flying Fox Ventures, Ten13, and Black Sheep Capital.

Target Company Background

Layer aims to simplify the complex world of intellectual property (IP) licensing within the gaming industry. As an emerging platform, it connects IP rights owners with game publishers, enabling both parties to navigate the licensing landscape more efficiently. The necessity for such solutions arises from the increasing number of independent developers and smaller publishers who are entering the market, as well as the growing reliance on licensed IP to enhance the appeal of their games.

Industry Overview

The gaming sector has evolved dramatically since its inception in the 1950s, resonating as one of the predominant pillars of global entertainment. Valued at nearly US$200 billion, the industry has eclipsed traditional enter